Midi34
Axel Freshwater Pearl Earring
This Axel freshwater pearl earring, from the Quebec Midi34 label at Simons, is a stainless-steel sleeper hoop earring with a single freshwater pearl drop, sold individually. The hoop has a diameter of 0.51 inches (13 mm) and a total length of 0.98 inches (25 mm). Made in Canada, it is designed to be worn as a subtle everyday earring.
- Material
- Stainless-steel sleeper, Freshwater pearl
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Earrings
Specifications
Stainless-steel sleeper earring featuring a genuine freshwater pearl, sold individually. Handcrafted in Canada.
Stainless-steel sleeper with freshwater pearl, sold individually, made in Canada.
- Material
- Stainless-steel sleeper, Freshwater pearl
- Style
- classic, minimal
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Earrings
Additional Attributes
- Stainless-steel sleeper
- Freshwater pearl
- Earring sold individually
- Made in Canada
- Hoop diameter: 0.51" (13 mm)
- Total length: 0.98" (25 mm)
Product Insights
The Axel Freshwater Pearl Earring by Midi34 is a handcrafted-in-Canada, minimalist sleeper earring sold exclusively at Simons, featuring a solid stainless steel continuous-wire hoop that resists water and corrosion, paired with a unique freshwater pearl (5-7 mm) exhibiting deep satiny luster and natural variations. Its lightweight (5 g) and close-to-lobe fit (13 mm hoop, 25 mm drop) ensure all-day comfort without snags or bulk, balancing the pearl's delicate care needs (avoid chemicals, wipe clean) with the steel's low-maintenance durability.
Verified claims
- Made in Canada
- Handcrafted in Canada, with final assembly and finishing in a Canadian studio so the last substantial transformation and the majority of production value are domestic rather than offshore.
- Retail heritage
- Midi34 is a Quebec-designed label sold exclusively at Simons, Canada's oldest family-run store.
- Luster
- Deep satiny luster with subtle pink, cream, or lavender overtones and possible orient as light shifts.
- Uniqueness
- Each earring’s pearl is unique with natural markings and expected variations.
- Size
- Pearl is about 5-7mm, serving as a subtle textural element.
- Weight
- Estimated under 5g, within the under-7g threshold generally considered comfortable for all-day wear.
- Fit
- 13mm hoop and 25mm drop keep the earring close to the lobe and static, designed for intentional asymmetry.
- Sleeper design
- Continuous sleeper lacks bulky hardware, creating a pure, minimalist ring silhouette.
- Pearl accent
- Freshwater pearl (~5-7mm) adds a quiet textural finish below the hoop.
- Material
- Solid stainless steel throughout; surface will not peel, flake, or corrode in water.
- Pearl quality
- Pearl has deep satiny luster and can show orient; each pearl is one-of-a-kind.
- Construction
- Hand-assembled in Canada; the continuous-wire design has no bulky hinge or separate post back.
- Care
- Pearl requires avoiding chemicals and gentle wiping; steel is water-resistant and low-maintenance.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-assembled in Canada with one-at-a-time quality control rather than automated mass production.
- Sold as
- Sold as a single earring rather than a pair; the 13mm hoop is scaled for solo wear so the lone earring stays balanced on the ear.
- Solid construction
- The sleeper is solid stainless steel, not plated, which supports consistent durability and consistent hypoallergenic properties.
- Nickel sensitivity
- The stainless steel is generally considered hypoallergenic, but it is not nickel-free; stainless steel contains some nickel, so people with severe nickel allergies should test the earring before extended wear.
- Pearl authenticity
- The pearl is a genuine freshwater cultured pearl; the listing does not specify an A–AAAA quality grade, so exact luster and surface grades are not confirmed.
Product record
- Title
- Axel Freshwater Pearl Earring
- Brand
- Midi34
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Axel Freshwater Pearl Earring: Choose this if you want a stainless-steel sleeper earring with a single dangling irregular freshwater pearl in a silver-tone finish, sized at a 0.51 inch (13 mm) hoop diameter and 0.98 inch (25 mm) total length in one size. It suits those who like a small hinged-clasp hoop with natural pearl luster and slight surface irregularities. Note that it is sold individually as a single piece, not a pair.[1,2] | Vincent Small Hoops: Choose this if you want a pair of small, thin polished hoops for pierced ears, with a 1 cm diameter and a hinged post closure. They are made of stainless steel (gold-plated in the listing) and come in Silver and Golden Yellow color options in one size, designed in Quebec.[3,4] | Charlie Earrings: Choose these if you want small, polished tubular hoops with a hinged post closure for pierced ears, offered in one size with a 0.59 inch (15 mm) hoop diameter. They are made of stainless steel in a silver finish or plated gold stainless steel in a gold finish, and per the brand they can be worn in water without risk of tarnishing. Made in Canada.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Single small silver-tone hoop earring with a single dangling irregular freshwater pearl and a tiny metal bead at the pearl tip, shown flat on a light background.
- Hoop shapeThick circular metal hoop with a rounded profile and a visible hinge/opening at the top left of the ring.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Hoop finishHighly reflective silver-tone metal finish showing specular highlights and subtle reflected tones.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Closure detailSmall hinged clasp visible at the top left of the hoop where the ring separates.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Pearl pendantSingle off-white irregular oval freshwater pearl dangling from a small jump ring attached to the hoop; surface shows natural nacre luster and slight surface irregularities.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.46 · w 0.15 · h 0.14 (high) - Tiny end beadSmall spherical silver-tone metal bead attached to the lower tip of the pearl.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.56 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - Attachment ringSmall circular jump ring connecting the pearl to the hoop, visible between the hoop and the pearl.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.44 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a clean white background with soft directional lighting producing a soft shadow below and to the right of the earring; image is a centered closeup with ample negative space.
- BackgroundEven light neutral background with no visible texture or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow cast below and slightly right of the pearl and hoop, indicating a light source from the upper left.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Shot compositionCloseup detail shot with the earring positioned slightly above image center and angled so the hoop lies flat and the pearl hangs downward.
Colors
polished silver· hoop and small bead#C5C6C1pearl white· pearl#CCCBC4- Hoop shapeThick circular metal hoop with a rounded profile and a visible hinge/opening at the top left of the ring.